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Ireland: Polycarbonate Market 2024

Polycarbonate Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, shipments abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 725%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 302%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of polycarbonate exports from Ireland, with a combined 78% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +319.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for polycarbonate exported from Ireland were Germany ($X), Belgium ($X) and France ($X), together comprising 73% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Germany, with a CAGR of +315.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 78% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+12.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polycarbonate Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, purchases abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after eight years of growth. Over the period under review, imports posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 49%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of polycarbonate imports to Ireland, together comprising 73% of total imports. China, the Netherlands, the UK and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +52.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), Germany ($X) and Italy ($X) appeared to be the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Ireland, together comprising 71% of total imports. The Netherlands, the UK, China and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

China, with a CAGR of +38.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 15%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+5.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polycarbonate consumption was India, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, polycarbonate consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, South Korea and the United States, together comprising 63% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) to Ireland?

In value terms, Belgium, Germany and Italy were the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 72% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the UK, the Netherlands and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading importers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) from Ireland?

In value terms, the largest markets for polycarbonate exported from Ireland were Belgium, Germany and the UK, with a combined 62% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Ireland?

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $4,033 per ton in 2021, growing by 7.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Ireland?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $3,669 per ton, increasing by 9.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate market in Ireland. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023